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Fargo Police Department marks 150 years, highlights officer wellness and safety programs
Summary
A city address noted the Fargo Police Department commemorated its 150th anniversary, described the return to duty of Officers Andrew Dotus and Tyler Hawes after the 2023 death of Officer Jake Wallin, and highlighted ongoing mental-health supports, a Traffic Safety Team and a Real Time Crime Center.
Unidentified Speaker, presenting for the City of Fargo, said the Fargo Police Department continued community outreach through events such as the annual community picnic and celebrated its 150th anniversary as a milestone marking generations of service.
The speaker named Officers Andrew Dotus and Tyler Hawes and noted their return to duty after the department’s 2023 loss of Officer Jake Wallin; the speaker described the returns as "a powerful symbol of healing, courage, and commitment to the Fargo community." The remarks did not specify personnel-status details beyond the return and named individuals.
The address also emphasized internal supports and operations: the speaker said the department is focusing on officer mental health and wellness and outlined two operational areas intended to improve public safety — a Traffic Safety Team that uses data-driven enforcement and public education to improve roadway safety, and a Real Time Crime Center providing technology to assist officers in day-to-day work.
No changes to policy, budget or personnel rules were announced in the remarks; the account described current priorities and community-facing activities.
